Mental Health

Unmasking the Dark Triad: Understanding Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopath
Health, Mental Health

Unmasking the Dark Triad: Understanding Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopath

The Dark Triad refers to a trio of personality traits—narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy—that are often seen as socially destructive and toxic in interpersonal relationships. These traits are associated with selfishness, manipulation, and a lack of empathy, yet people with Dark Triad personalities can often be charming, persuasive, and even successful in certain environments. (more…)
Gaslighting: Understanding the Mental Torture Strategy and How to Help Victims Overcome It
Crime, Mental Health

Gaslighting: Understanding the Mental Torture Strategy and How to Help Victims Overcome It

Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where a person or group causes someone to question their perception of reality, memories, or even their sanity. The term "gaslighting" originates from the 1938 play "Gas Light" (and its subsequent 1944 film adaptation), in which a husband manipulates his wife into believing she is losing her sanity by dimming the gaslights in their home while denying that anything has changed. (more…)